Welcome to the Eastern Illinois University Shout Out Page. The Staff Senate has established this page to foster the morale of EIU employees and cultivate a positive campus atmosphere. Shout Outs serve as public expressions of gratitude and recognition, allowing us to acknowledge the exceptional efforts of individuals, departments, and others on a daily basis.
We encourage you to utilize the Shout Out submission form to appreciate and commend your colleagues. To create a Shout Out, simply click on the 'Make a Shout Out' tab and log in. Once your Shout Out is submitted, a moderator will review it and proudly display your submission on the Shout Out page.
The Staff Senate at Eastern Illinois University is currently rewarding eligible employees who receive a Shout Out with a $10 EIU Food Court gift card.
Eligible EIU employees who received a $10 EIU Food Court gift card with a Shout Out must redeem those cards by the expiration date of May 31, 2025. Enjoy up to $10 off your next one-time purchase at the University Food Court; card must be surrendered during time of purchase.
This page is dedicated to the memory of UPD Officer Harold Harris.
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Will Padgett got a shoutout from Adam Schmidt! Sep 6, 2024
Thank you Will for going above and beyond this week with covering visits and the DACC College Fair!
Brianna Dominguez got a shoutout from Adam Schmidt! Sep 6, 2024
Thank you Bri for going above and beyond this week with covering visits and the DACC College Fair!
Mike Goble got a shoutout from Ke'an Armstrong! Sep 6, 2024
Mike goes above and beyond to help the WEIU Staff anytime we have a special request. We appreciate your efforts Mike and your willingness to always offer a helping hand!
got a shoutout from ! Sep 5, 2024
Cristine in HR, you have been so helpful this week. Thank you!
David Flowers got a shoutout! Sep 5, 2024
Thanks for going above and beyond in helping a coworker.
Jarrod Jones got a shoutout! Sep 5, 2024
Thanks for going above and beyond in helping a coworker.
Alyssa Osterday got a shoutout from Justin Tierney! Sep 4, 2024
Since joining EIU, Alyssa has done an amazing job developing creative and engaging content on all of EIU's social media platforms. Her trendy, thoughtful, and often hilarious content has grown EIU's following on social media and has advanced EIU's brand recognition with crucial audiences. I also appreciate her making time to be at campus events during weekend hours, such as the recent EIU Squared event. She is an outstanding team member in the Enollment Management division.
Connor Wawrzynek got a shoutout! Sep 4, 2024
Thank you for helping us in the Financial Aid Office! We appreciate you!
Amanda Repp got a shoutout from Tricia Coffey! Sep 4, 2024
Amanda has been so helpful with the change from monthly pay to bi-weekly for so many of us. I appreciate her kindness and patience while everyone is navigating this issue. Thank you Amanda!
Stacey Knight Davis got a shoutout! Sep 3, 2024
Thank you for spearheading the launch of on-demand 3D printing at Booth Library. Your hard work has made it possible for EIU students and personnel to access free 3D printing, fostering creativity, enhancing learning, and supporting innovation and practical problem-solving across all disciplines!
Jerrod Harden got a shoutout! Sep 3, 2024
Thank you, Jerrod for always being kind and prompt. Your professionalism is noticed and appreciated!
Dustin White got a shoutout from Mary Mattingly! Aug 30, 2024
Thank you, Dustin, for all your work updating the Institutional Research website! It looks great!
Monique Mays got a shoutout! Aug 30, 2024
People would be shocked to see what Monique handles on a weekly basis. She is constantly meeting with students in crisis and does it with such care and empathy. EIU is so lucky to have her on staff!
Kristin Hupp got a shoutout from Arlene Brown! Aug 30, 2024
Kristin and her team are doing a wonderful job with the menu options and tasty creations in the South Quad! There are so many options that it is difficult to decide what to eat! If you aren't purchasing Dining Dollars and heading to the South Quad for a meal, you are missing out. Thanks for keeping the menus and meals innovative and delicious, Kristin!
Josh Koontz got a shoutout! Aug 30, 2024
Thanks for fixing our scanner! The Financial Aid Office appreciates you!
Colleen Bright got a shoutout! Aug 30, 2024
Thank you for being such an asset to the Office of the Registrar. You always go the extra mile for our students!
James Beech got a shoutout from Lynn Griesemer! Aug 30, 2024
James, thank you for your assistance with the new computers in the TRIO program! We appreciate your diligence as you worked through the issues we were experiencing!
Austin Schaefer got a shoutout from Lynn Griesemer! Aug 30, 2024
Thank you, Austin, for your assistance with the new computers for our department! Our Director and Graduate Assistants are very thankful for computers that actually work well!
Jennifer Porter got a shoutout! Aug 30, 2024
Thank you Jen for always being helpful and having a smile!!!
Kelly Harmon got a shoutout! Aug 30, 2024
Thank you Kelly for always going above and beyond for our students.
Paula Davis got a shoutout! Aug 30, 2024
Paula, thank you for always having a positive attitude and going the extra mile for our students!!!
Barnabas Omulokoli got a shoutout! Aug 30, 2024
Thank you for all your hard work. You are an asset to the EIU campus!!!
Greg Cooper got a shoutout from Daniel Douglas! Aug 29, 2024
I want to express my sincere appreciation to Greg Cooper for his invaluable contributions to the Bow Tie 101: The History of a Distinguished Accessory workshop. Greg played a crucial role in introducing the exciting Year of the Bowtie project, and his speaking abilities and skill in engaging the audience were truly fantastic.
Greg’s introduction to the Year of the Bowtie not only complemented the workshop beautifully but also provided participants with an actionable way to get involved in setting a new world record. His ability to connect with the audience and inspire them to participate in this ambitious project was impressive and greatly appreciated.
In addition to his role as a speaker, Greg also served as the event's photographer, capturing moments that will undoubtedly help to encourage others to join in the Year of the Bowtie. His efforts will be instrumental in building enthusiasm and community engagement around this unique project.
Thank you, Greg, for your dedication and for helping to make the Bow Tie 101 workshop a memorable and impactful event. Your contributions have set the stage for an exciting year ahead!
Michael Gillespie got a shoutout from Daniel Douglas! Aug 29, 2024
I want to extend my deepest appreciation to Dr. Michael Gillespie for the fantastic job he did leading the Bow Tie 101: The History of a Distinguished Accessory workshop for the Academy of Lifelong Learning. Dr. Gillespie's enthusiasm for the history and cultural significance of the bow tie was both engaging and inspiring. His wonderful talents as an instructor truly shone through, making the content captivating and enriching for everyone involved.
Dr. Gillespie’s contagious excitement brought a unique energy to the session, and his ability to share his knowledge with such passion made the experience all the more memorable. I was particularly impressed by his patience as he guided the participants through the art of tying a bow tie, and his genuine excitement as we succeeded made the workshop both enjoyable and rewarding.
I’m also incredibly excited about the upcoming Year of the Bowtie project, especially with Dr. Gillespie helping to spearhead it. The plan to tie a giant bowtie around the Old Main building to set a new world record is an ambitious and thrilling endeavor, and I’m confident it will be a great success with his leadership.
Thank you, Dr. Gillespie, for your dedication and for making the Bow Tie 101 workshop such a remarkable and inspiring experience!
Jeffrey Browning got a shoutout from Jeannie Ludlow! Aug 28, 2024
Shout out to Jeff Browning and the grounds crew. Campus looks SO BEAUTIFUL! We appreciate your work. Also to Eric Wahls, interim dir.
We see how hard you all are working. Thank you so much.
Jennifer Porter got a shoutout! Aug 28, 2024
Thank you for always helping me out with transcripts. I really appreciate all that you do!
Justin Griffith got a shoutout! Aug 28, 2024
Thank you for your work on the water system in Old Main, and an extra thanks for you and Kenny fixing my retro sink!
Alisa Gray got a shoutout! Aug 27, 2024
Thanks to Alisa for all she has done to assist with the start of the semester. We appreciate the extra effort.
Robert Rigg got a shoutout from Lucas Lower! Aug 27, 2024
Robert and Phil helped us to implement single sign on for our web apps. The solution you came up with is great. Thank you!
Philip Kousma got a shoutout from Lucas Lower! Aug 27, 2024
Robert and Phil helped us to implement single sign on for our web apps. The solution you came up with is great. Thank you!